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Ledipasvir

Ledipasvir inhibits hepatitis C virus NS5A phosphoprotein, thereby inhibiting its replication. It is used in combination with Sofosbuvir to treat hepatitis C infections. These drugs are expensive. Headache and fatigue remain to be their side effects.

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Does intake of Hepcivir L cause any cardiac side effects?

Query: Hi doctor, Is tablet Hepcivir L effective for HCV positive patient? Is that safe for a heart patient?  Read Full »


Dr. Bharat Patodiya

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cardiac side effect chance is not significant. Drug trial fails to mention the potential cardiac side effects associated with this medication (Hepcivir L - a combination of Sofosbuvir and Ledipasvir). It means any cardiac side effect is likely to be less than 1% and cann...  Read Full »

How long will it take to cure my mother, who is suffering from Hepatitis C?

Query: Hi doctor, My mother is 59 years old, with type 2 diabetes for the past 15 years. She is taking medications for diabetes, blood pressure and multivitamin Centrum Her diabetes and BP are under control. Before four months, she had severe vomiting, fever and body pain. We approached a hospital and did ...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post and investigations (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your mother is having hepatitis C, which if untreated can lead to liver failure and the treatment success rate is 95 to 99 %. The status of liver disease can be assessed by t...  Read Full »

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